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averaging 36 mins duration.

On this summer's first Drop Off, The Starters play a revealing round of "Would You Rather?" Centaur or Merman? Talk only in the third person or never be able to refer to someone by name? Communicate with animals or speak every language fluently? The answers to these questions and more are divulged in this special offseason episode.

It's time for the NBA Year-In-Review Quiz Show! Who will take home the crown in this high stakes game of basketball trivia? Will it be The Appari Tribe (Skeets and Trey), or the reigning champions, Mellis (Tas and Leigh)? Listen to find out!

On tonight's final show live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, Championship Game MVP Jonathan Simmons joins four hunks of burnin' love to discuss his new contract, playing for Becky Hammon, and dunkin' on fools. That, plus our favorite moments from the last 11 nights, and Summer League's Top 10.

On Sunday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry joins us to discuss his busy summer, Anthony Davis' expanding game, and "The Dunk." That, plus highlights from today's semifinal action, and we announce the Summer League MVP and All-Tournament Teams.

On Saturday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, Pelicans guard Seth Curry joins up to spice up his Wikipedia page, and later, Hall of Fame point guard Isiah Thomas swings by to share some NBA firsts (and make a mess). All that, plus highlights from today's entertaining quarterfinal action.

On Friday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, Portland Trail Blazers forward Noah Vonleh joins us to play a round of Leigh's favorite game, "Pretty Cool, Pretty Weird." That, plus the ol' Up/Down Report, and a few of our favorite second-year standouts in Vegas.

On today's special Summer League episode of The Drop, The Starters break down the top rookies, improved sophomores, most disappointing players, and funny moments from Vegas. That, plus gym wars, baths, Trey's beard, and more.

On Thursday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, Boston Celtics rookie Terry Rozier joins us to make his favorite (incredibly weird) sandwich. That, plus highlights from Day 7, and thoughts on the Clippers adding Josh Smith.

On Wednesday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns joins us to draft his No. 1 rappers, jean cuts, Karls, salad dressings, and more. That, plus highlights from Day 6, and whether the San Antonio Spurs are the title favorites.

On Tuesday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, Suns rookie Devin Booker joins us to build his currently blank NBA.com player bio page. That, plus highlights from Day 5, Commissioner Silver's comments on changing the playoff seeding, and a fun game of Las Vegas Performer or Player.

On Saturday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, the guys discuss a few of the rookies from the Day 2 action, Jazz rookie Trey Lyles battles Trey Kerby in a game of wits, endurance, and skill, and Brent Barry boldly accepts the NBA TV Color Commentator Challenge.

On Friday night's show, live from Samsung NBA Summer League in Vegas, the guys discuss Karl-Anthony Towns and D'Angelo Russell's rookie debuts, and DeAndre Jordan's Twitter apology to the Mavericks. That, plus Warriors center Matt Stainbrook joins us to play an Uber-inspired game called "What Would U Do-ber?"

On Tuesday night's episode of The Starters, the guys break down some of the more notable 2015 free agents and teams. We're talking LaMarcus Aldridge, DeAndre Jordan, the Spurs, Cavaliers, and so much more.

On Thursday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss tonight's 2015 NBA Draft, whether the Kings should trade DeMarcus Cousins, the Hornets/Blazers trade, and our current Top 10 second round steals.

On Monday's episode of The Starters, Tas and Skeets breakdown Game 5 of the NBA Finals; debate the Cavaliers' decision to fight small-ball with small-ball; and watch Leigh trick people into thanking Australia for deli meat. Sort of.

On Wednesday's episode of The Starters, the guys breakdown Game 3 of the NBA Finals; discuss the Bucks new jerseys, "All In" onesies, and D-Wade in the Up/Down Report; and watch Leigh accost people outside of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

On Monday's episode of The Starters, the guys recap Game 2 of the NBA Finals; discuss whether the championship Rockets could have beaten Jordan's Bulls; and watch Trey Kerby run quality control outside the Warriors' Oracle Arena.

On today's episode of The Drop, The Starters breakdown Game 1 of the NBA Finals. That, plus they hit the beach to answer a few of your questions; discuss candy bars, fast food, and summer blockbusters; and cheer on a triathlete.

On Thursday's episode of The Starters, the guys state their cases as to why the Warriors or Cavaliers are going to win the title. That, plus Trey joins us live from the Oakland, we make some bold Game 1 predictions, and Leigh fires up the NBA VCR!

On Wednesday's episode of The Starters, the guys preview and predict the 2015 NBA Finals. How will the Warriors defend LeBron James? Which role player will have the biggest impact? And does Finals experience count for anything? That, plus so much more.

On today's episode of The Starters, the guys look back at the first three rounds of the Playoffs and discuss the postseason's most courageous performance, biggest disappointment, biggest shock, and the free agent that will benefit most from their recent performance. All that, plus listen to the violent rip of cotton as Shaquille O'Neal gives Skeets an atomic wedgie.

On Thursday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss what Finals matchups and storylines they're most excited about, as well as debate whether the Rockets overachieved this season. That, plus the Bulls fire Thibs, a new Meme Team, and a special Birthday Leigh #TBT.

On Wednesday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss the significance of LeBron making his fifth consecutive NBA Finals; the Hawks' historic season and how they can improve; and Dwight Howard avoiding Game 5 suspension. That, plus Spencer Hawes' new cornrows, and we workshop some new on-court celebrations.

On Tuesday's episode of The Starters, we discuss whether Dwight Howard should be suspended for poppin' Bogut in the face, Stephen Curry's scary fall, and James Harden's 45. That, plus Skiles-to-Orlando rumors, Pierce going home, and a horrible game of Tic-Tac-Toe.

On Monday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss if Al Horford deserved to be ejected for elbowing Matthew Dellavedova, and whether the young Aussie guard is a "dirty player." That, plus Brent Barry returns to The Bone Zone, and Tas has a whistle.

On today's episode of The Drop, The Starters discuss both Conference Finals matchups, the All-NBA Team selections, and who got snubbed from the All-Defensive Teams. That, plus an NBA quiz for Matt, Magic Johnson, Twitter takeovers, dishwashers, and more.

On Thursday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss Game 1 of the Cavs-Hawks, including J.R. Smith catchin' fire, DeMarre Carroll's knee injury, and a few ATL adjustments to be made. That, plus All-NBA Team snubs, and a new edition of The Meme Team.

On Wednesday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss Game 1 of Western Conference Finals, last night's NBA Draft Lottery results, and X-factors in the Cavs/Hawks series. All that, plus Trey and Leigh put the Jahlil Okafor tennis ball challenge to the test.

On Tuesday's episode of The Starters, we break down and predict both Conference Finals series; debate who we'd like to see win tonight's NBA Draft Lottery; and head back to the cage for a Very Solid Reenactment.

On Monday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss where the shell-shocked Clippers go from here, if Paul Pierce should retire, the new "Lost and Found" dunk, and the All-NBA Rookie Teams. That, plus we predict the winner of Tuesday night's NBA Draft Lottery by bobbing for apples. Science!

On Thursday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss Al Horford's game winner (and sneaky good career), John Wall's return, and Steph Curry catchin' fire. That, plus a new edition of The Meme Team, and a sexy Warriors wedgie!

On Wednesday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss LeBron James, Derrick Rose's injury, and whether Taj Gibson deserved to be ejected for kicking Matthew Dellavedova. That, plus who should coach the Pelcians, and old logos.

On Tuesday's episode of The Starters, we discuss the Grizzlies' Tony Allen dilemma, why Jeff Teague is so important to the Wiz-Hawks series, and the Pelicans decision to fire Monty Williams. That, plus John Wall's suit, the Sixers new logos, and sideways thumbs.

On Monday's episode of The Starters, the guys discuss whether LeBron James undermined Coach Blatt, if replay rules should be changed, and who had the most impressive game-winner. That, plus we look at tonight's Game 4's in Washington and Memphis, and Corey Brewer stars in Weekend Whoopsies.

On today's episode of The Drop, The Starters discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments of the second round, our favorite off-the-court moments from the playoffs, and players we'd love to vote back for an NBA season. That, plus Game Time app-legience, Calvin Klein shirts, NBA bands, and so much more.